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Kaitlynn Drowne looks to advance the ball upfield.
'Bolts fall in close battle with unbeaten Broncos
The Cranston East Lady Thunderbolts soccer squad fell to the Burrillville Broncos, 3-1, on Monday afternoon at Cranston Stadium. The 'Bolts fell to 1-3 with the loss and Burrillville stayed perfect, improving to 3-0. more
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One thing is certain, Jose's effects are uncertain
Here's hoping you battened down the hatches when you had the chance. Hurricane Jose may not be bringing destructive force to Rhode Island as was seen in Texas with Harvey or in Florida with Irma, but the great outdoors will certainly be no place to be in more
FRESH START: Pictured are Library Director Ed Garcia, Superintendent Jeannine Nota-Masse, and Mayor Allan W. Fung as they proudly present library cards to promote 'Fresh Start,' an initiative to make sure all students in Cranston have a working library card.
CPL to offer fresh start to school-aged children
This school year, the Cranston Public Library, the Cranston Public School Department, and the Mayor's Office have teamed up to make sure that every student in Cranston has a working library card with … more
Milkshake is a loving cup of fluff and would love to come home with you today.
Cranston Animal Talk Pet of the Week: Milkshake
Hippity-hop on over to the Cranston Animal shelter to meet Milkshake! This adorable Lop-eared bunny is absolutely beautiful and is about 2 years old. more
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Police Log
DISORDERLY CONDUCT AND MORE Cranston Deputy Fire Chief Paul Valletta, 59, was arrested following an alleged incident at the Cranston Fire Department on 1155 Scituate Ave. on Sept. 9 at around 2 p.m. Valletta was charged with simple assault or battery and more
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SEVEN YEARS AGO: This was the scene at Shaw's back in 2010, when two storms caused the Pawtuxet River to rise nine feet above flood stage.
How Cranston prepares for a major storm
By JACOB MARROCCO It wasn't the war room before a hurricane, but three top minds in preparing Cranston for a potential natural disaster came together Friday to discuss the city's strategy for everything from cyclones to blizzards. Fire Chief William more
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CAIOZZO
Caiozzo to challenge Langevin for Congressional seat
Salvatore “Sal” Caiozzo may not have a simple task ahead of him in his attempt to unseat Jim Langevin from Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District (a seat he has held since 2000), but he … more
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BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR A WALK: Garden City Elementary School students had the pleasure of walking to school with Colonel Winquist and Major Quirk last Friday morning. The officers brought special sticker badges to honor those who walked with them.
Taking a stroll
By JEN COWART Across the city, students were walking to school, accompanied by members of the Cranston Police Department. The Walking School Bus event is a yearly event celebrated nationwide and … more
THERE'S ENOUGH FOR EVERYONE: From Esperanza-Hope Wilda Gutierrez and Glenda Hiciano pass out bonus school supplies to all students at the Chester Barrows Back to School event on September 1.
A little love and a little 'Hope'
By PAM SCHIFF The students of Chester Barrows Elementary School were surprised with donations of back to school supplies at the Back to School event on Friday, Sept. 1. Three hundred notebooks, 200 pencils, 200 pens, 20 packs of 24-count crayons and more
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JUST DOING THEIR JOBS: Scott Robinson is seen driving an engine as he and Brendan Colman responded to a call on Tuesday morning.
WHEN DUTY CALLS
By JACOB MARROCCO There was no down time in Houston for Cranston firefighters Scott Robinson and Brendan Colman. The two ventured to the city ravaged by Hurricane Harvey to lend peer support to other firefighters and their families, and they were put to more
The new Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund at the Rhode Island Foundation is offering grants to nonprofits that serve RI’s Black community. Pictured from left are: Beverly Ledbetter, Jason Fowler, Brendan Kane, Jane Hayward, Edward Clifton and Linda Newton.
Foundation offers ~$90,000 to serve black community
Nonprofits serving Rhode Island's black community have until Sept. 15 to apply for nearly $90,000 in grants through the new Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund at the Rhode Island Foundation. more
Solarize Cranston reaches Tier 3 milestone
Cranston residents interested in solar can expect to save 20-25 percent as part of the Solarize Cranston program. As of last Friday, Solarize Cranston has reached Tier 3 and as a result, residents can expect great savings and discounted pricing for any more
OUR LAST FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ALL TOGETHER: Our three daughters, Caroline, Elizabeth and Alexandra, grades 7, 9 and 12, posed together on Tuesday morning for our annual first day of school picture. It would be the last one of its kind.
Navigating a family’s first senior year
This week, the Cranston Public Schools started the new school year, and therefore, Tuesday was our last “first day of school” for our oldest daughter, Caroline, as she begins her senior year. Our … more
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CONTRIBUTING: Heather DiFazio had an assist in West's 3-2 loss against Portsmouth.
Falcons come up just short against Patriots
The Cranston West girls' soccer team battled back from a two-goal, halftime deficit on Friday in its season opener against defending state champion Portsmouth, before Annie Marshall netted the deciding goal with five minutes more
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TALENTED TROUPERS: These are some of the older members of the famed Odyssey Dance Troupe who’ll perform many unique Greek dances in handmade costumes this weekend at the Cranston Greek Festival.
Bring your dancing shoes to Annunciation's Greek Festival
Although Koula Rougos shares the co-chairmanship of the Cranston Greek Festival's popular Pastry Shoppe, her pride and joy - people of all ages will tell you - is the Church of the Annunciation's highly-acclaimed Odyssey Dance Troupe. more
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DONATION: On Sept. 1, TJ Maxx took on a large project collecting school supplies for the Family Center/COZ. On that day, TJ Maxx also donated a check for $1,100. Pictured are (l-r) Mike McGrath (district manager for TJ Maxx), Robin Gervais (Co-Coordinator of the Family Center/Coz) and Carlos Laires (Manager of the Cranston TJ Maxx).
Cranston Family Center, TJ Maxx hold successful supply drive
By PAM SCHIFF Not many people are thinking about back to school supplies in April, when school is still in session for two more months. Luckily, for the Cranston Family Center, Carlos Laires, manager of TJ Maxx in Cranston, he was. In April I wanted" more
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Rhythm, roots and all that jazz
Review By DON FOWLER I spent Labor Day weekend at music lovers' paradise: the 20th Annual Rhythm & Roots Festival at Ninigret Park in Charlestown. Chuck Wentworth's extravaganza added a full day of music on Friday, drawing record crowds to hear a lineup more
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TOUGH TO TACKLE: Will Such will be a key player for Cranston West on both sides of the ball this season.
Skilled Falcons ready to compete in Division I-A
The Cranston West football team certainly has the skill to make some noise in Division I-A this season, as the Falcons return several key pieces from their team in 2016, a season in which the young Falcons went 2-5 in league more
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UNDER CENTER: Justin Neary will be back as East's starting quarterback.
Experienced 'Bolts will be tough to beat
Cranston East was a Division I-B regular season co-champion last fall, and with a strong core returning for this season, the 'Bolts should have a good chance to race towards the top of the standings once again. With our" more
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IN CONTROL: Chukwuma Onyejose looks to make a play for the Hawks on Thursday.
Hawks cruise past Avengers in Injury Fund
Bishop Hendricken passed its first test of the season with flying colors on Thursday evening. In the opener of the Injury Fund round robin at Warwick Vets Middle School, Hendricken cruised past Division I foe East Greenwich, more
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A dream comes true
A dream comes true The RI Dream Center moved over the Labor Day Weekend to their new home at 744 Park Ave. The new location offers them 1600 square feet for storage, as pictured. On Sept. 2, volunteers donated their time to help with the move. Pictured more
She can drive 100
She can drive 100 Alice Laurenson of Cranston had a dream wish to celebrate her 100th birthday: A ride on a motorcycle. Her good friend, Idowu (I.D.) Kuti,rented a two-passenger motorcycle and took her on the ride of her life. Alice celebrated her more
WORKING TOGETHER: Pictured is Dennis Tabella, Director of Defenders of Animals and Tonya Keegan, Kennel Manager at Warwick Animal Hospital who worked together for a successful fundraiser for Defenders of Animals.
More than $1K raised at Defenders of Animals Yard Sale
A large yard sale was held at the Warwick Animal Hospital on Aug. 26 with proceeds going to benefit Defenders of Animals. Defenders of Animals and the Warwick Animal Hospital work together assisting pet owners and stray animals with medical emergencies more
DREAM TEAM: Networking event producer Pat Paolino Cruz with her team Anna Maria Angelosanto and Maria Manzi at Chapel Grille in Cranston for a Statewide Networking Event.
Business connections made at Chapel Grille
Expanding and keeping in touch with your network is one of the most important things you can do for your professional career. As a business owner, company employee, sales representative, or candidate for a job, you need to ensure that you stay connected more
PRESIDENTS: Pictured is Maria Manzi who is the President of The St. Mary's Feast Society Ladies' Auxiliary and Richard Campopiano who is the President of the St. Mary’s Feast Society. Together, they sponsored “An Evening with Frankie Valli” to raise funds for next year’s St. Mary’s Feast.
Evening with a legend benefits St. Mary's Feast
The St. Mary's Feast Society Ladies' Auxiliary and the St. Mary's Feast Society hosted an Evening with Frankie Valli on Aug. 18. The event was sold out days before it was held. Approximately 125 people attended to enjoy Michael Panarello who sounds like more
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